ammendments

1st

freedom of speech religion and press

2nd

right to bear arms

4th

protection against unreasonable searches and seizures

5th

protection against self-incrimination and double jeopardy

6th

right to a fair trial and legal counsel

8th

protection against cruel and unusual punishments

9th

This amendment emphasizes that the enumeration of certain rights in the Constitution does not mean that other rights do not exist.

10th

This amendment reserves powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people.

14th

The 14th Amendment addresses citizenship, due process, and equal protection under the law.

15th

Prohibits the federal and state governments from denying a citizen the right to vote based on "race, color, or previous condition of servitude."

17th

This amendment established the direct election of U.S. Senators by popular vote.

19th

Women can vote

20th

Sets the dates for the beginning and end of the terms of the President, Vice President, and Congress.

22nd

This amendment limits the president to two terms in office.

24th

This amendment prohibits poll taxes in federal elections.

26th

This amendment lowers the voting age to 18 years old.